EVM EVM Reporting and Compliance 2

Question 1

DCMA stands for in the context of EVM oversight:

Accepted Answer

Defense Contract Management Agency

Answer

DCMA (Defense Contract Management Agency) performs surveillance of contractor EVMS compliance on DoD contracts.

Question 2

CPR Format 5 (Variance Analysis) typically requires written explanations for variances exceeding:

Accepted Answer

Thresholds defined in the contract (e.g., ±$100K and ±10%)

Answer

Variance analysis thresholds are specified in the contract; contractors must explain all significant variances meeting the defined dollar and percentage criteria.

Question 3

The Cost/Schedule Status Report (CSSR) was designed for:

Accepted Answer

Smaller contracts that do not require full CPR/IPMR reporting

Answer

The CSSR provided a simplified EVM reporting format for smaller contracts that warranted some oversight but not the full rigor of CPR reporting.

Question 4

EVMS surveillance by DCMA is conducted to:

Accepted Answer

Verify ongoing compliance with ANSI/EIA-748 guidelines after system acceptance

Answer

DCMA surveillance monitors whether the contractor continues to implement the EVMS in accordance with the accepted system description after the initial validation.

Question 5

Which CPR/IPMR format contains the staffing plan?

Accepted Answer

Format 4 (Staffing)

Answer

CPR Format 4 (now IPMR Format 4) provides the contractor's staffing plan showing headcount by labor category over time.

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